2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
