2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1996 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
