2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
