1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1960 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Corona (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Corona weights approximately 465 kg more than 1953 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1960 Toyota Corona (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 2CV | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corona |
Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |