1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 88 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 51 L |
