1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 2 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella.
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 Seat Marbella (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | 2CV | Marbella |
Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |