1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 1960 Fiat 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 633 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 600 (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 600 weights approximately 255 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 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. 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, 1960 Fiat 600 (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 38 L |
