2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
