1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2009 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Carina | C4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
