1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1453 mm |
