2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
