2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 977 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Fellow |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
