2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 2001 Citroen C2 (150 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
