2005 Citroen C vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
