2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
