2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C1 | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |