1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 14 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Citroen | Monteverdi |
| Model | 2CV | 375 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
