1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 791 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | 2CV | Compass |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 51 L |
