2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 107 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota 2000GT 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 1970 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
