1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 47 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1962 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1962 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Venza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 67 L |
