1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 618 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 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |