1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 39 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 430 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 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Echo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
