2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 600 weights approximately 455 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, 1996 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1996 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C1 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
