1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 47 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 685 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, 2005 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 2CV | 45 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
