1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 765 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 2CV | CR-V |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |