2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Fiat Brava
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C3 and 2001 Fiat Brava were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 115 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2001 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Brava |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |