1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 63 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 375 cc (2 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1472 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | 2CV | RX |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |