1974 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 127 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 127 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
