1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 62 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 343 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | 2CV | Materia |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 164 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 | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 40 L |