1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 17 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 657 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 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 374 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |