1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 53 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 477 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | 2CV | Materia |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |