2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |