1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 593 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 2CV | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 53 L |
