1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 40 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 352 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, 1990 Rover Metro (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | Metro |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 36 L |
