2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1, 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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C1 | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |