1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1962 Innocenti 950 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Innocenti 950 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 1962 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1962 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | 2CV | 950 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
