2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
