1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 700 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Abarth 700 (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 19 L |
