2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 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 |