1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 1011 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 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 115 L |
