1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 54 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 348 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | 2CV | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
