1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 688 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 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
