2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C5 1970 Fiat Campagnola
Make Citroen Fiat
Model C5 Campagnola
Year Released 2005 1970
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1491 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 38 L


 

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