1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Lada 110
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 48 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 110 (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 110 weights approximately 620 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, 2009 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | 110 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
