1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1982 Fiat 127
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 23 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 127 weights approximately 230 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1982 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1982 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 127 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
