1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1959 Subaru 360 is newer by 4 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 425 cc (2 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Subaru 360 (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Subaru 360 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 173 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360.
Because 1959 Subaru 360 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 1959 Subaru 360. 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, 1959 Subaru 360 (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Subaru 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | 360 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
