1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Saab 900 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 633 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 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 2CV | 900 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1984 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 68 L |
