2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
