2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Century (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Century 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 1967 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |