1959 Berkeley B vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 159 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
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, 1959 Berkeley B (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 10 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 19 L |
