1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 46 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 860 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |
