2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 1959 Fiat 600. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
