1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 188 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 | 715 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
