2003 Citroen C5 vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | C5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
