1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 37 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 640 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Carina |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |