1979 Citroen CX vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 905 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
