1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Justy is newer by 49 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Justy weights approximately 188 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 1997 Subaru Justy 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, 1997 Subaru Justy 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, 1997 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Justy |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
