2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Honda Concerto (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C1 | Concerto |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |