1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 53 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 628 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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Stream |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
