2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
