1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 28 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Y10 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Y10 weights approximately 321 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, 1989 Lancia Y10 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
