1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 16 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 845 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 2CV | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | 2CV | Valiant |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 26 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |