1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 927 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 2CV | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
