1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 2CV | 240 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
