1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 44 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 920 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 56 L |
