1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2010 Citroen C5

To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.

Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 1967 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat Dino 2010 Citroen C5
Make Fiat Citroen
Model Dino C5
Year Released 1967 2010
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 204 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L