1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | C5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |