2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 203 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C4 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 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 |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1263 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 |
