2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2, 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, 2002 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |
