1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. 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 (190 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Strada | C5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
