1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 59 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 743 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 60 L |
