1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 325 kg more than 1949 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 2CV | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
