1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1984 Ford GT
To start off, 1984 Ford GT is newer by 36 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 448 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 1984 Ford GT 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 1984 Ford GT. 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1984 Ford GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | GT |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
