2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
