1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 1100 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
