1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line is newer by 52 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata B-Line is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata B-Line (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata B-Line should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2009 Tata B-Line (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata B-Line will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Tata B-Line | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | 2CV | B-Line |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 37 L |
