2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
