1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1961 Moretti 500 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 479 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Moretti 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Moretti 500 (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Moretti 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Moretti 500 weights approximately 40 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 Moretti 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 1961 Moretti 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, 1961 Moretti 500 (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Moretti 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Moretti |
Model | 2CV | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |