1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | C5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
