1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 1800 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 71 L |
