2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (87 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
