1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 615 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corona |
Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 11 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |