1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |