1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 34 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 238 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 57 L |
