1973 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 715 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
