2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
