1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 57 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 777 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, 2007 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 2CV | Clio |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
