1967 Renault 10 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Renault 10 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 1967 Renault 10. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault 10 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 10 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 71 L |
