1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1978 Renault 14
To start off, 1978 Renault 14 is newer by 18 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 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 14 weights approximately 375 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1978 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | 14 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 48 L |
