2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
