1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1970 Volvo 164 is newer by 11 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 625 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 1970 Volvo 164. 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 2CV | 164 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |