2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 632 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
