1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona is newer by 26 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 502 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.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corona |
Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |