2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina 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 16 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Carina. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
