1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Opel Combo

To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Citroen 2CV 2012 Opel Combo
Make Citroen Opel
Model 2CV Combo
Year Released 1948 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 375 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 9 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 23 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 80.6 mm
Top Speed 63 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 20 L 52 L


 

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