2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |
