1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1963 Toyota Publica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Toyota Publica (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Publica weights approximately 85 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Publica 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 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1963 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Publica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
