2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
