1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 50 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Strada. 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Strada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |
