1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 46 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 1011 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 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Outback |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
