2011 Citroen C3 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 227 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Crown 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 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C3 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
