1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1962 Seat 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 597 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Seat 600 (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Seat 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 600 weights approximately 80 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 1962 Seat 600 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 1962 Seat 600. 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, 1962 Seat 600 (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Seat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | 2CV | 600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |