1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 25 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 599 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Z (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 102 kg more than 1973 Honda Z.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Honda Z (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Z |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 25 L |
