1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 978 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.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Monaro | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | 2CV | Monaro |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |