1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 532 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 206 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
