2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C8 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
