1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 957 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 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
