1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1957 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Previa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
