2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Toyota Carina (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |