1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
