1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1960 Innocenti 950 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 197 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 1960 Innocenti 950 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 1960 Innocenti 950. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | 2CV | 950 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
