2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
