1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1963 Citroen 2CV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Aurelia 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 1957 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen 2CV | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 2CV | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |