1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1735 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
