2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
