1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | C3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
