1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Appia 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 294 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 1961 Lancia Appia 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 1961 Lancia Appia. 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 2CV | Appia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 42 L |