2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 1974 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Citroen | Avanti |
| Model | C5 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
