1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 275 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 47 L |
