1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1961 Citroen 2CV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
