1965 Citroen 2CV vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, both 1965 Citroen 2CV and 1965 Peugeot 204 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen 2CV | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 204 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 42 L |
