2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 1959 Fiat Campagnola
Make Citroen Fiat
Model C5 Campagnola
Year Released 2006 1959
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 7.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel 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 1607 kg 1290 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