2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic 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 55 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic.
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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
