1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 54 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 665 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 2CV | Sedici |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |