2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Stilo (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
