2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
