1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1966 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (59 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 15 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
