1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 127 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | 127 | C4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |