1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda 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 965 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Panda (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Panda weights approximately 26 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, 1984 Fiat Panda (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 32 L |
