2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
