2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C2 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
