1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |