1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 693 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 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2648 mm |
