1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Celica | C5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
