1957 Fiat 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 600 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 600. 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 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5660 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
