2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. 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 C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
