2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C1 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |