1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 8 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 600 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 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | 411 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
