1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 56 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 601 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.
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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
