2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Prefect 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 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
