1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1954 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1961 Citroen 2CV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat Campagnola (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1954 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1954 Fiat Campagnola (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1954 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1995 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 |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
