1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1961 Skoda 1200 is newer by 11 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 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Skoda 1200 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 512 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 1961 Skoda 1200 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 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 1961 Skoda 1200 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 2CV | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 30 L |
