1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Mono 1000 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 19 L |