2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1975 Honda 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
