2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
