2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 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 33 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. 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 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
