1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 42 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 621 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 1993 Toyota Supra 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 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Supra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
