1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 450 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.
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, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | CRX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
