2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2001 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
