1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Sprinter | C3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
