1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 49 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1962 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 96 L |