1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Ferrari 212
To start off, both 1955 Citroen 2CV and 1955 Ferrari 212 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 212 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 275 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | 212 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 159 L |
