1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 694 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Golf |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
