1954 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 48 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 905 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2CV | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
