1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 103 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 1959 Porsche 356. 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 2CV | 356 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 52 L |