2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C1 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
