1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 55 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 861 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
