1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 479 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 500 (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 25 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. 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, 1959 Citroen 2CV (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 2CV | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 38 L |