2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, 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 C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
