1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 50 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 295 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.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 2CV | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Life |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |