1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 31 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 4 weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1989 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
