2011 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C1 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
