1960 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Toyota Crown | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Crown | C4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |