1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 47 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 922 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 1997 Porsche 993 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 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | 993 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
