1952 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 665 kg more than 1952 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Carina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 59 L |
