1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Commodore | C4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |