1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1981 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 875 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 57 L |
