1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda 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 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |
