2005 Citroen C vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
