1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1967 Reliant Rebel is newer by 19 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 701 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Reliant Rebel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Reliant Rebel (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Reliant Rebel should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 148 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel.
Because 1967 Reliant Rebel 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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, 1967 Reliant Rebel (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Reliant Rebel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | 2CV | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 101 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 27 L |
