1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 8 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Citroen |
| Model | A3C | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
