1975 Citroen CX vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 747 kg more than 1950 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
