2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
