2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 771 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
