2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. Both 2008 Citroen C5 and 1981 Fiat Strada are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
