2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 210 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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
