1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 35 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 830 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 1986 Porsche 944 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 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | 944 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 66 L |
