1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 130 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 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 | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
