1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 56 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1158 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 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2CV | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
