1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1995 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Today weights approximately 28 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 1995 Honda Today 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, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1995 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Today |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
