2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1200. 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 37 L |
