1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1955 Citroen 2CV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Porsche 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Porsche 1300 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Porsche 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Porsche 1300 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1953 Porsche 1300 (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Porsche 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
