1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 65 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 784 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Accord |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
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 Weight | 682 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |