2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
