1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 54 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1108 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 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |