1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 33 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 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 477 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, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
