2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
