1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina 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 1975 Toyota Carina. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Carina | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Carina | C5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
