1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 38 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 780 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Lancia K (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 1997 Lancia K has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lancia K will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | K |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
