1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 755 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.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |