1985 Citroen C vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
