1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 36 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 580 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, 1997 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | 200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
