1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 48 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1388 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 87 L |
