1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 42 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1185 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 47 L |
