1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corona is newer by 20 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 455 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 2CV | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corona |
Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 51 L |