1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Corolla |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |