2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
