1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1961 Citroen 2CV and 1961 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 570 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 1961 Peugeot 404 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 Peugeot 404. 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, 1961 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1961 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | 2CV | 404 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |