1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Bel Air | C5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |