1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 10 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 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 DAF 44 weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | 2CV | 44 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
