1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1969 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1969 Ginetta G15 is newer by 10 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 873 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1969 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ginetta |
| Model | 2CV | G15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |
