1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1960 Citroen 2CV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
