2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1995 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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
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 | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |