1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 10 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 483 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 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
