1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 852 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 2CV | i40 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 195 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 | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
