1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 513 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 2CV | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
