1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | C5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
