1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1970 Reliant Bug is newer by 20 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 701 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Reliant Bug is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Reliant Bug (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Reliant Bug should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Because 1970 Reliant Bug 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 1970 Reliant Bug. 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, 1970 Reliant Bug (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Reliant Bug will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | 2CV | Bug |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 23 L |
