2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.

Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 1967 Fiat Dino. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 1967 Fiat Dino
Make Citroen Fiat
Model C5 Dino
Year Released 2009 1967
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 57 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 186 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1527 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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