1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 10 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 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca 1000 weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Simca 1000 (73 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1961 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | 2CV | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 36 L |
