2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 57 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
