2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (144 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
