1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 54 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 2CV | H1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
