2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
