2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
