1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1966 Peugeot 204 is newer by 7 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 1,129 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 145 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 1966 Peugeot 204. 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, 1966 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 204 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
