1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
