1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Corona | C3 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |