1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, both 1955 Citroen 2CV and 1955 Toyota Crown were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 755 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1955 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Crown |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |