1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2CV | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 62 L |
