2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2040 mm |
