1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 54 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1194 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
