1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 40 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | 100 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
