2006 Citroen C2 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Toyota Tercel (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Tercel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |