1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1953 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 205 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
