1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 718 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 2CV | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 54 L |
