1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 15 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 533 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 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett 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 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 2CV | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 58 L |
