1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1956 Citroen 2CV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 865 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | 2CV | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
