1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, both 1950 Citroen 2CV and 1950 Fiat 1500 were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Fiat 1500 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 1950 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 2CV | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 2CV | 1500 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |