1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 24 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 537 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV. 1979 Talbot 1510 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. 1979 Talbot 1510 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | 2CV | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
