1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Agila 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 971 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 333 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 Vauxhall Agila (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | 2CV | Agila |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 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 | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |