1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Citroen C3

To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.

Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 2011 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Toyota Corona 2011 Citroen C3
Make Toyota Citroen
Model Corona C3
Year Released 1973 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.5 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1123 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2470 mm


 

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