2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
