1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1960 Citroen 2CV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1100 (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 80 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 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Fiat 1100 (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |
