1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 56 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 905 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
