1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 52 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), 2002 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 292 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 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Life |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
