1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 275 kg more than 1951 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, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2CV | Charade |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
