1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Honda That
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 49 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 655 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda That is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda That (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda That should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda That weights approximately 220 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 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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, 2005 Honda That (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Honda That | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | That |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
