2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, 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 C3 (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
