1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 806 is newer by 49 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 806 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 1097 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Peugeot 806 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 806 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
