2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
