1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 829 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chrysler Town & Country 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 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | C4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
