1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 33 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 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1981 Suzuki Cervo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Suzuki Cervo (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Cervo should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 147 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Because 1981 Suzuki Cervo 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 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1981 Suzuki Cervo (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki Cervo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 2CV | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
