1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 687 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
