1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1957 Skoda 440 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Skoda 440 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Skoda 440 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 1957 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1957 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 2CV | 440 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
