1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 61 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 782 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 57 L |
