1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1981 Ford Fiesta and 2010 Citroen C4 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Fiesta | C4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
