2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
