1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 545 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Civic |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |
