1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 306 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 528 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 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 306 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
