1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
