1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 905 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 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
