1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, 1995 Rover 416i is newer by 36 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 416i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 416i (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 416i weights approximately 640 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, 1995 Rover 416i (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 416i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Rover 416i | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | 416i |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
