1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 58 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 2CV | 407 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 66 L |
