2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |