2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
