1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Appia (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Appia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Lancia Appia (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 2CV | Appia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 37 L |