2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Because 1954 Ford Vedette 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |