1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 1013 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 76 L |
