2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
