1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 17 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 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen 2CV (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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 1976 Fiat 126. 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, 1959 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 126 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 20 L |
