2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1008 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
