1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 52 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Venza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Venza |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 67 L |