1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Gol 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 400 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, 1999 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Gol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
