1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 Volkswagen 1600. 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 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
