1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 42 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 471 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | 2CV | Guara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
