2006 Citroen C2 vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C2 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |
