1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1965 Seat 600
To start off, 1965 Seat 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 767 cc, 1965 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Seat 600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1965 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Seat 600 (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Seat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1965 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | 2CV | 600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 767 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
