1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 970 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.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
