1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 51 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 622 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, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 73 L |
