1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Corona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 137 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 51 L |
