1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
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 Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Civic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| 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 Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
