1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1962 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 740 kg more than 1951 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, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Crown |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
