1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 35 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 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 148 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.
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, 1983 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 127 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2230 mm |
