1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 2CV | Sportage |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |