2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 123 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
