1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 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.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |
