2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2002 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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Seicento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |