1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 853 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | 2CV | 75 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |