1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
