1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 1975 Fiat 130. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 130 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
