1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 52 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 657 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | RunX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 60 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
