1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 500 (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 500 weights approximately 21 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 1974 Fiat 500 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 1974 Fiat 500. 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, 1974 Fiat 500 (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 22 L |
