1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
