1967 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,597 cc, 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 249 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Toyota Crown | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Crown | C3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1360 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
