1971 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 1971 Toyota Carina and 2010 Citroen C3 are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Carina 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 1971 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Carina | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Carina | C3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
