2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 Sprinter. 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, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |