1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 750 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 44 L |
