2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (89 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
