1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 688 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.
Because 1993 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1993 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | NSX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
