1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, both 1963 Citroen 2CV and 1963 Lancia Appia were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 340 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 1963 Lancia Appia 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 1963 Lancia Appia. 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, 1963 Lancia Appia (77 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1963 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Appia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 48 L |
