2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
