1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1965 Steyr 500D is newer by 15 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 489 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Steyr 500D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Steyr 500D (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Steyr 500D should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 18 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Because 1965 Steyr 500D 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 1965 Steyr 500D. 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, 1965 Steyr 500D (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Steyr 500D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | 2CV | 500D |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1850 mm |
