2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
