1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1960 mm |
