1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1966 Steyr 650T 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 641 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Steyr 650T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Steyr 650T (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Steyr 650T should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Because 1966 Steyr 650T 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 1966 Steyr 650T. 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, 1966 Steyr 650T (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Steyr 650T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | 2CV | 650T |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
