2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
