1960 Austin 7 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1960 Austin 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 125 kg more than 1960 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin 7 (60 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm). This means 1960 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 19 L |
