1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 47 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Yaris |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 11 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |