2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1975 Peugeot 504 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 1975 Peugeot 504. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
