2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Toyota Crown 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
