1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 39 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Samara II weights approximately 235 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 1998 Lada Samara II. 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, 1998 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
