2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2.
Because 1959 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Citroen C2 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2001 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
