1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 52 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1307 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
