2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 270 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
