1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 54 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 585 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 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | 2CV | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2475 mm |
