2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |
