2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Smart | Citroen |
| Model | ForTwo | C1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 41 L |
