1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1970 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1970 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
