1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1975 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 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |