1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 372 kg more than 1955 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |