1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 13 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 128 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
