1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 315 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 1995 Seat Toledo. 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, 1995 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | 2CV | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
