1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 423 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen 2CV (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 187 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
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 Citroen 2CV (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 2CV | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 20 L |
