1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 38 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 78 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 205 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
