1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1962 Citroen 2CV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen 2CV (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 240 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 2CV | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 19 L |
