1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 2 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 155 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 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 37 L |
