2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 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 9 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
