1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 951 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 Outback 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 Outback 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 Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Outback |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 64 L |
