1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 897 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Baja |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 64 L |
