2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava.
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, 1998 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
