2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 94 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
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, 2003 Citroen C2 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
