1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 598 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 2CV | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
