1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Cortina | C5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |