1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 793 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | 75 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 213 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
