1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1969 Triumph GT6 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 302 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 2CV | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 63 L |
