1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | 130 | C4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |