1946 Citroen 7A vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 1969 Porsche 912 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 7A weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912.
Because 1969 Porsche 912 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 1969 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 7A, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 7A | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 7A | 912 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2220 mm |
