1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 37 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 425 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Paseo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |