1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1955 Citroen 2CV and 1955 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Volkswagen Beetle (34 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 200 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.
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.
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1955 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 2CV | Beetle |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |