1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 61 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 1270 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.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | 2CV | TL |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 495 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
