Citroen C1 AB40 vs Peugeot 108 I: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Citroen · 2014–2022
C1 AB40
- Power
- 51 kW69 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 13.0 s
- Top speed
- 160 km/h
- Kerb mass
- -

Peugeot · 2014–2022
108 I
- Power
- 53 kW72 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 13.8 s
- Top speed
- 160 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 915 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: C1 AB40 1 108 I 0
- City Too close to call Length: 3,466 mm vs 3,475 mm
- Performance C1 AB40 0–100 km/h: 13.0 s vs 13.8 s
- Off-road Too close to call Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Hatchback vs Front-wheel drive · Hatchback
In plain words
Citroen C1 AB40 is quicker: 0–100 km/h in 13.0 s against 13.8 s for Peugeot 108 I. Peugeot 108 I is 9 mm longer than Citroen C1 AB40 (3,475 mm vs 3,466 mm). On the catalog figures, the Citroen C1 AB40 is the pick for performance. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Citroen C1 AB40 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Race Stats side by side
Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.
| Stat | C1 AB40 | 108 I |
|---|---|---|
| PI | C · 431 | C · 439 |
| Power | 26 | 33 |
| Grip | 40 | 40 |
| Handling | 80 | 76 |
| Top speed | 23 | 23 |
| Launch | 20 | 17 |
Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race
Who wins a race?
Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.
- 1 C1 AB401.0 VTi 68 · petrol · 51 kW (69 PS) 18.60 sat 116 km/h
- 2 108 I1.0 VTi 72 · petrol · 53 kW (72 PS) 18.90 sat 113 km/h · +0.30 s
Size and weight
| C1 AB40 | 108 I | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,466 mm136.5 in | 3,475 mm136.8 in +9 mm +0.4 in +0.3% |
| Wheelbase | 2,340 mm92.1 in | 2,340 mm92.1 in |
| Boot | 196 l6.9 cu ft | 196 l6.9 cu ft |
| Fuel tank | 35 l9.2 gal US | 35 l9.2 gal US |
| Fits a standard garage? | No data | Yes |
Difference vs C1 AB40 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Citroen C1 AB40 | Peugeot 108 I | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.0 VTi 68 · petrol · 51 kW (69 PS) | 1.0 VTi 72 · petrol · 53 kW (72 PS) |
| Production years | 2014–2022 | 2014–2022 |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Class | A-segment (city car) | A-segment (city car) |
| Country | France | France |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 51 kW (69 PS) 68 hp | 53 kW (72 PS) 71 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 51–60 kW (69–82 PS) 68–80 hp | 51–60 kW (69–82 PS) 68–80 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 95 Nm 70 lb-ft | 93 Nm 69 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | 13.0 s Better | 13.8 s |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 160 km/h 99 mph | 160 km/h 99 mph |
| Power per tonne | No data | 58 kW/t 70 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 998 cc · 3 cyl 1.0 l | 998 cc · 3 cyl 1.0 l |
| Engine code | 1KR-FE | 1KR |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 3,466 mm 136.5 in | 3,475 mm 136.8 in |
| Width | No data | 1,615 mm 63.6 in |
| Height | No data | 1,460 mm 57.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,340 mm 92.1 in | 2,340 mm 92.1 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 915 kg 2,017 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 196 l 6.9 cu ft | 196 l 6.9 cu ft |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | 35 l 9.2 gal US | 35 l 9.2 gal US |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | No data | 4.1 l/100 km 57.4 mpg US |
| CO₂ | No data | 93 g/km |
| Fuel cost per year | No data | €1,080/year estimated |
| Range on a full tank | No data | 854 km 531 mi estimated |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★☆ (2014) | ★★★★☆ (2014) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (14): Production years, Body, Class, Country, Power, all versions, Top speed, Fuel, Engine, Gearbox, Drive, Wheelbase, Boot, Fuel tank, Euro NCAP.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.