2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
