1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 610 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Civic |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
