1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2004 Honda Mobilio is newer by 48 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 765 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
