1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1977 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1977 Reliant SE6 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 568 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 1977 Reliant SE6 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 1977 Reliant SE6. 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, 1977 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1977 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | 2CV | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
