2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Marea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5660 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |