1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 806 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 806 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 843 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 Peugeot 806 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2000 Peugeot 806 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. 2000 Peugeot 806 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 806 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
