1956 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Toyota Crown | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Crown | C5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
