1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 61 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 721 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Civic |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
