1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1957 Volvo P 1900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 260 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 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1957 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 2CV | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |