1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 500 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2610 mm |
