1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2CV | Sirion |
| 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 | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
