1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 61 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 398 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |
