2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2012 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
