1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, both 1959 Citroen 2CV and 1959 Lotus Seven were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Seven (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven.
Because 1959 Lotus Seven 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 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | 2CV | Seven |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
