1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 30 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1950 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, 1980 Saab 900 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 2CV | 900 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
