2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
