1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 788 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.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 2CV | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 63 L |
