1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 927 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
