2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 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 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1527 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
