1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2737 mm |
