1956 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Because 1956 Riley Pathfinder 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 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Riley Pathfinder | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Riley | Citroen |
| Model | Pathfinder | C5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 71 L |
