2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
