1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Carina | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Carina | C3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |