1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1962 Abarth 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 980 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 600 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 152 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Abarth 600 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 19 L |
