1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 51 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 618 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 1999 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | 2CV | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
