2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
