1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 535 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 1968 Peugeot 504. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | 2CV | 504 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |