1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1964 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1964 Toyota Sport 800 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Sport 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Sport 800 (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Sport 800 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 100 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1964 Toyota Sport 800 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 1964 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1964 Toyota Sport 800 (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Sport 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1964 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |