1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Capri | C5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
