2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3, 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 C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |