1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 56 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 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1205 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 100 L |
