2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Carina (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Carina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Carina. 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, 1979 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
