2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2009 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
