2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 500 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
