1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Moretti 127
To start off, 1974 Moretti 127 is newer by 23 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Moretti 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Moretti 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Moretti 127 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Moretti 127 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.
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, 1974 Moretti 127 (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Moretti 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | 2CV | 127 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
