1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 50 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 703 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 1998 Kia Joice 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. 1998 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 2CV | Joice |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |