1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Cortina | C5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
