2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
