2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
