1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1105 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | 130 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
