2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2718 mm |
