1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 477 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | 2CV | Satria |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
