2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 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, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
