2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 5 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, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C1 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
