2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
