1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 65 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 390 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 2CV | 500 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 40 L |