2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
