2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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, 1993 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
