2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z 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 111 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
