1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 1030 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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 38 L |
