1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1047 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 2CV | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 60 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |
