1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 626 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Accord |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |