1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Celica | C4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1360 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
