1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | 500 | C1 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |