1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 53 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), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 337 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 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 2CV | 500 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |