1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 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 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 70 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 693 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, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Cortina | C5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
