1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1965 Volvo 120 is newer by 7 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 120 weights approximately 275 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.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1965 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 2CV | 120 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
