1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen C 15, 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, 1997 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 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 | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
