1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 61 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 648 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 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 21.2:1 |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 180 L |