2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
