1995 Citroen C vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1995 Citroen C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen C weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1957 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 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 | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
