1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 16 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1075 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 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 130 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
