1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 25 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 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 321 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
