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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 730 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 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 | 423 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
