1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 79 L |