1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Appia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Lancia Appia (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Appia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 37 L |
