2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
