1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1960 Fiat Campagnola 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 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 608 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 Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat Campagnola 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 Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 38 L |
