1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 40 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 114 L |
