2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Duna weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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, 2004 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Duna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
