1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 2CV | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
