1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 51 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 378 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
