1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1968 Triumph 1300 is newer by 12 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 1968 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 2CV | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 53 L |
