2005 Citroen C vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
