1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Lada 111
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 111 weights approximately 363 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 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | 111 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 43 L |
