1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 870 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 1992 Porsche 911 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 1992 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 2CV | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.4 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 | 600 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 78 L |