1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 293 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 61 L |
