1995 Citroen C vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1995 Citroen C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen C weights approximately 232 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 1961 Fiat 850. 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, 1995 Citroen C (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | 850 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
