1972 Ford Custom vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 414 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Custom | C4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
