1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 51 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 560 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 2CV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 44 L |
