2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 1980 Peugeot 505 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 1980 Peugeot 505. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
