1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 48 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 368 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | CRX |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |