2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 1978 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, 1978 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1978 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 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 | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
