1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 636 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
