1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Seicento | C4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 898 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
