1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 32 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | 5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
