1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 43 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Eagle Summit weights approximately 318 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, 1991 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | 2CV | Summit |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
