1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1955 Tatra T603 is newer by 4 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 975 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 1955 Tatra T603 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 1955 Tatra T603. 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, 1955 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | 2CV | T603 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
