1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 35 L |
