1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 64 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Doblo 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, 2012 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 2CV | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2755 mm |
