2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
