1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 828 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Passat |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 226 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 | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 62 L |
