1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 24 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 785 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, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | 25 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
