2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 605 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 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C1 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
