1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | 2CV | Musso |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |
