1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 405 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 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 307 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
