2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 1967 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
