1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Simca Aronde (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Simca Aronde weights approximately 360 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 1954 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | 2CV | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
