2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 28 L |
