1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1964 Seat 600 is newer by 9 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 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Seat 600 (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Seat 600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Seat 600 weights approximately 17 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 1964 Seat 600 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 1964 Seat 600. 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, 1964 Seat 600 (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Seat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | 2CV | 600 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
