1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 40 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 325 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 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
