1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 41 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 461 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Pininfarina |
| Model | 2CV | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
