1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1966 Toyota Corona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Corona weights approximately 450 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 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. 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, 1966 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Corona |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
