1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
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 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2CV | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
