1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 870 kg more than 1958 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1997 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 2CV | Accord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
