1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1957 Abarth 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 479 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 500 (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 214 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1957 Abarth 500 (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Abarth 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 500 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 9 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.2:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 20 L |