1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 44 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 670 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 2CV | 996 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |