1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 836 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Passat |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 62 L |
