Carlos Compact C.1 Full vs Centurion Vario R960i
Carlos Compact C.1 Full and Centurion Vario R960i are both Longtail models, so the decision comes down to the details below.
Specifications side by side
| Technical specifications | Compact C.1 Full | Vario R960i |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Longtail | Longtail |
| Motor | Brose Drive T | Bosch Performance Line CX Gen4 |
| Price | €5,000 | €4,500 (Better value) |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm (Better value) |
| Battery | 522 Wh | 625 Wh (Better value) |
| Estimated range | 41 km | 50 km (Better value) |
| Payload | 65 kg | 70 kg (Better value) |
| Max. total weight | 205 kg (Better value) | 180 kg |
| Bike weight | 35 kg | 32.8 kg (Better value) |
| Length | — | — |
| Max. children | 2 | — |
| Drive | Belt drive (Better value) | Chain |
| Shifting | Hub gears | Derailleur |
| Brakes | Magura MT5, hydraulisch Scheibenbremse | Shimano BR-MT420, 4-Kolben, hydraulische Scheibenbremse |
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Carlos Compact C.1 Full if…
- you need a higher total weight limit (205 kg vs 180 kg)
- you want a clean, low-maintenance belt drive
Choose the Centurion Vario R960i if…
- your budget matters — it costs €500 less (€4,500 vs €5,000)
- you ride hills with heavy loads (85 Nm vs 70 Nm torque)
- you need more range from a bigger battery (625 Wh vs 522 Wh)
- you ride long distances (50 km vs 41 km estimated range)
- you haul heavy cargo (70 kg vs 65 kg payload)
- you often lift or push the bike (32.8 kg vs 35 kg)