1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Sprinter | C1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
