1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 57 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 665 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, 2005 Daewoo Rezzo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | 2CV | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 60 L |
