1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 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 497 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 500 (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500.
Because 1968 Fiat 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 1968 Fiat 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, both vehicles can yield 24 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 44 L |
