2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |