1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 56 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 952 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | FR-V |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 374 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |