1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Avanti | Citroen |
Model | Avanti | C5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2178 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |