2003 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
