1973 Holden UTE vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4.
Because 1973 Holden UTE 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 1973 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | UTE | C4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
