1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 1060 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 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
