1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 877 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Crown |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
