2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. 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 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
