1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 31 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 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 293 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
