1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 400 kg more than 1958 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |