1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 46 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1101 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 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (224 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
