2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 2100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 2052 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
