1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1960 Fiat 1200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 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 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1960 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 37 L |
