1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 130 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
