1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1080 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.
Because 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | 2CV | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
