2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
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 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
