1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 18 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 396 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 1974 Lada 1200 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 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 1974 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 46 L |
