1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Lada 110
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 43 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 110 weights approximately 462 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, 1998 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | 110 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
