2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
