1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 50 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 855 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
