1952 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 435 kg more than 1952 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 2CV | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 11 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |