1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 37 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 608 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 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | Espace |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 38 L |
