2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
