1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 2CV | 98 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
