1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | 500 | C5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |