1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento 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 2003 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2003 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Seicento 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 Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 2CV | Seicento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |