1969 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 677 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Sport 800 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Sport 800 | C4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 788 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |