1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 711 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 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Zafira |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 165 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 | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 58 L |
