1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 45 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 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 108 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2CV | Charade |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 40 L |
