1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1956 Citroen 2CV is newer by 5 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 425 cc (2 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen 2CV (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 2CV should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
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, 1956 Citroen 2CV (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 2CV | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 26 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 19 L |
