1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | 2CV | Musso |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |