2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
