1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
