1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 666 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Golf |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
