1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1973 Lancia 2000 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 740 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
