1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1974 Toyota Carina is newer by 19 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Carina weights approximately 350 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 1974 Toyota Carina 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 1974 Toyota Carina. 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Carina |
Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |