2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |