1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 44 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 483 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
