1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is newer by 12 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (390 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 1122 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 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 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 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. 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, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 1955 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1955 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Citroen | Monteverdi |
| Model | 2CV | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 125 L |
