2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
