1954 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 50 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1330 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
