2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.

Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 1956 Fiat Campagnola
Make Citroen Fiat
Model C5 Campagnola
Year Released 2009 1956
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 20.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2260 mm


 

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