1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1972 ZAZ 966 is newer by 13 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 885 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZAZ 966 (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZAZ 966 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 5 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 1972 ZAZ 966. 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, 1972 ZAZ 966 (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 ZAZ 966 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
| Model | 2CV | 966 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
