2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
