2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
