2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
