1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 900 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Solara |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |