1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 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, 1988 Fiat 126 (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 87 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1958 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 126 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
