1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1987 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 32 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1987 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Visa weights approximately 164 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, 1987 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1987 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | 2CV | Visa |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |