1986 Citroen C vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C weights approximately 39 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Sera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
