2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
