1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 2CV | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |