2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
