1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 60 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 943 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | 2CV | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 220 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 | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
