1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 52 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 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 328 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | 2CV | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 48 L |
