2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |