1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 813 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 2CV | Legacy |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 64 L |