2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C5 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
