1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 24 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 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |