1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1954 Peugeot 203 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Peugeot 203 (45 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Peugeot 203 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 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1954 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 203 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
