1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1961 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 13 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 258 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 1961 Vauxhall Victor 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 1961 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1961 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2CV | Victor |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
