1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1957 Riley 1.5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 1.5 (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 1.5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 1.5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1957 Riley 1.5 (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 1.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 2CV | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | 2CV | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 31 L |