1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 45 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1995 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Today weights approximately 212 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.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Today |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
