1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 36 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 415 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 1996 Venturi 400. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | 2CV | 400 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
