2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
