1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 55 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 818 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
