1965 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 1965 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1965 Toyota Sport 800 has manual transmission. 1965 Toyota Sport 800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Sport 800 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 581 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
