1954 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2001 Rover 45 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 45 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1954 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, 2001 Rover 45 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | 45 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 54 L |
